JOB-20240819-db742659

Social Worker – Children & Families Team

Job Specialism: Social Worker – Children’s
Location: Devon, UK
Pay Rate: £38.00 per hour
Contract Type: Locum
Contract Length: Ongoing
Working Pattern: Part Time / Full Time

Job Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Social Worker to join the Children & Families Team in Devon.

This ongoing locum role offers a competitive hourly rate of £38.00 and the flexibility to work part time or full time, allowing you to balance your professional and personal commitments.

In this role, you will deliver high-quality, child-centred statutory social work to children and families across Devon. You will work with Children in Need, children subject to Child Protection Plans, and Children in Care, ensuring their safety, wellbeing, and long-term outcomes in line with Devon County Council policies and statutory guidance.

Perks and Benefits

• Part Time / Full Time Flexibility: Choose a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and commitments.

• Hourly Pay: Earn £38.00 per hour, giving you strong earning potential and financial flexibility.

• Professional Development: Access continuous training, learning, and development opportunities to enhance your practice.

• Work-Life Balance: Locum flexibility gives you greater control over your schedule and time.

• Networking Opportunities: Work closely with a wide range of partner agencies and professionals across health, police, and education.

• Varied and Rewarding Caseload: A diverse role where no two days are the same and your work makes a genuine impact.

What You Will Do

• Manage a caseload of children and families, ensuring compliance with statutory duties and best practice standards.

• Undertake statutory assessments under the Children Act 1989 and 2004.

• Develop, implement, and review Child in Need plans, Child Protection plans, and Care Plans for Children in Care.

• Lead safeguarding interventions and carry out Section 47 enquiries where required.

• Prepare high-quality reports for child protection conferences, reviews, and court proceedings.

• Carry out direct work with children and families to assess risk, identify needs, and support sustainable change.

• Work collaboratively with families, carers, and partner agencies including Health, Police, and Education.

• Participate in strategy discussions, planning meetings, and multi-agency forums.

• Maintain accurate, timely, and high-quality case records, ensuring practice is child-focused and culturally competent.

• Engage in regular supervision, training, and continuous professional development to continually improve practice.

Requirements

Essential

• Degree in Social Work (or equivalent) and registered with Social Work England.

• Recent experience working in Children’s Services within a statutory setting.

• Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation, Children Act frameworks, and statutory guidance.

• Ability to manage complex cases, assess risk, and make sound professional judgements.

• Excellent communication, recording, and report-writing skills.

Why Devon?

Devon offers an outstanding quality of life, combining beautiful coastlines, countryside, and vibrant market towns with a strong sense of community. Whether you enjoy beaches, national parks, or outdoor adventure, Devon provides the perfect balance of career opportunity and lifestyle. It’s a truly inspiring place to live and work while making a meaningful difference to children and families.

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